Assistant Conservator

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

The University Museum of Zoology, Cambridge is seeking a full-time fixed-term Assistant Conservator. The post-holder will provide practical and preventative specialist conservation advice and treatment across the collections.

The role offers a unique opportunity to work as part of a fast-paced team building practical experience working with natural history collections. Core activities will include providing conservation treatments to the permanent exhibits as well as upcoming exhibitions and stored collections. They will be responsible for the care of the collections through monitoring and improving upon environmental and storage conditions, including pest management. They will promote and develop best practice in conservation and collections care. The post-holder will also be expected to work on the Museum's spirit-preserved specimens.

Interviews: 15th September 2023

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months.

Flexible working requests will be considered.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.



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